Whenever I’m headed to the airport, my outfit planning revolves around two key factors: comfort and convenience. Navigating fluctuating temperatures and security checkpoints means prioritising cosy, easy-to-remove pieces. Lightweight layers are ideal, and when it comes to footwear, slip-on styles have proven to be my ultimate travel companions.
Having perfected my airport ensemble over time, I can instantly spot an outfit that’s well-suited for travel—and one that might pose a few challenges along the way. This week, my radar for the latter went off when I spotted Charli XCX’s latest airport look.
Dressed in an effortlessly chic all-black ensemble, Charli’s outfit would have earned high praise in any other setting. She styled a layered skirt with a classic black T-shirt, a jumper draped over her shoulders and a generously sized handbag in tow. So far, so good. But it was her footwear choice that made me pause.
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Instead of the slip-on styles I swear by for travel, Charli opted for knee-high black boots—elegant and elongating, yes, but undeniably impractical for security checks. No matter how stylish, knee-high boots are a faff to pull on and off, making them a questionable choice for a smooth airport experience.
However inconvenient her footwear choice might have been, one thing is for sure—she looked chic on arrival. While I wouldn’t personally recommend wearing this shoe style for a flight, there are plenty of other instances where knee boots are absolutely the right choice.
On that note, scroll on to see my edit of the chicest knee-high boots on the market right now.
SHOP KNEE-HIGH BOOTS HERE:
H&M
Chunky Knee-High Boots
Style with a sheer skirt and a simple black tee to get Charli’s look.
Zara
Buckle Knee-High Boots
While I love these in the classic black, these also come in a dark brown shade.
Massimo Dutti
Riding-Style Boots
These feature a flexible technical foam insole to ensure lasting comfort.
Topshop
Rosie Leather Knee High Chunky Boots
Style with a structured miniskirt or pair with a swishy maxi.
Reformation
Frances Knee High Boot
The square-toe finish gives these a chic, elevated edge.
Sézane
Bridget Knee Boots
In my opinion, Sézane’s footwear collection is highly underrated.
The pebble grain leather finish means that these boots less prone to scratches that smoother styles.
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